"The Power of Steam: Elevating Your Bread from Good to Great"

In this episode of the Breaking Bread Podcast, host Rachel Parker introduces listeners to the vital role of steam in baking bread. She explains how introducing steam at the start of the baking process enhances bread's rise, crumb structure, and crust quality. Rachel discusses various methods for creating steam in a home oven, such as using a preheated cast iron pan, lava rocks, baking stones, and even specialty bread pans. Throughout the podcast, she shares personal stories and invites listeners to share their experiences. By the end of the episode, listeners should have an understanding of the importance of steam in bread baking, how to create it, and how to utilize it effectively.